Stepping Beyond
the Textbook
For students of environmental science, agriculture, sustainability, and biodiversity, a visit to Irish Seed Savers is more than an academic excursion—it is an opportunity to engage with one of Ireland’s most significant conservation organisations. Here, amidst our 20-acre organic farm, students step beyond textbooks and into the heart of biodiversity preservation.
A Tailored Learning
Experience
Home to Ireland’s National Heritage Apple Tree Collection, a living seed bank of rare Irish varieties, and extensive organic growing spaces, our site is dedicated to preserving genetic diversity and building a more sustainable future.
Each visit is designed to align with academic learning objectives, offering in-depth exploration of:
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Seed Conservation & Food Security
Examining the role of genetic diversity in resilience to climate change and evolving food systems.
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Organic & Regenerative Agriculture
Understanding sustainable food production systems in practice, from soil health to closed-loop farming.
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Heritage Orchards & Traditional Irish Crops
Studying centuries-old apple varieties and Irish food crop preservation.
